Ladybug,. Ladybeetle or ladybird? Regardless what you call them, there is more to this little beetle than meets the eye!

The year in review for 2021

What has been happening at Arch Gully this past October?

Euphorbia tirucalli seems to be a plant many love to hate, so here I am to explain why anyone would want to grow such a potentially dangerous plant!

Cosmos is such a delicate flower that can add a bold pop of colour to your garden, have you grown it before?

What has been happening at Arch Gully this past Septmber?

Are you in a wild fire prone area? Do you ask yourself “How can I reduce my bushfire risks”? Here is what I’ve learnt in my quest to get answers to these questions.

Azolla is an aquatic fern that can often get weedy and out of control, but there is a lot more to this little fern than you may realise…

What has been happening at Arch Gully this past July?

Dutchman’s pipe has become a declared weed in the Eastern coast of Australia, so what do you need to know about it?

Find out my thoughts on “How can I be prepared with Self-Sufficiency and Survival foods” by Isabell Shipard

What has been happening at Arch Gully this past June?

Pigeon Peas are often mentioned as an ideal plant to have in a food forest, but why? What benefits can a pigeon pea bring to your edible garden?

Did you know you can grow your own shower or kitchen sponges?! Luffa is an amazingly versatile plant!

Have you found yourself with an abundance of dried Snake Beans? Here’s a slow cooker recipe to make delicious Baked Beans with them.

Mango muffins are a delectable treat that is handy to help use up extreme levels of mangoes!

When life gives you mangoes, preserve them as mango jam!

Frozen Mango desserts are a perfect hit for hot summer days and a super tasty way of using up many mangoes during Mango season.

What are snake beans, what conditions do they need to grow?